ABC Supports Final DOL Revisions to Independent Contractor Status
Associated Builders and Contractors Vice President of Regulatory, Labor and State Affairs Ben Brubeck released the following statement regarding the U.S. Department of Labor’s Independent Contractor Final Rule, which was issued this week:
“These smart revisions are a win for small businesses, free enterprise and economic growth as our country looks to rebuild and recover. We are pleased the final rule clarifies the DOL’s interpretation of independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act and promotes certainty for employers, independent contractors and employees. Independent contractors are an essential lifeline to the construction industry—they provide specialized skills, entrepreneurial opportunities and stability during fluctuations of work common to construction.